Environment
Hawaii Telescopes Helped Capture the First Image of a Black Hole—and It Has a Hawaiian Name
Scientists worked with a UH Hilo professor to name the newly discovered black hole Powehi, a name sourced from the Kumulipo, the Hawaiian creation chant.
8 Things You Need to Know About Honolulu's White Fairy Tern
White fairy terns are so much more than just our cute feathered friends.
Scientists Capture Video of Minutes-Old Humpback Whale Calf as Annual Migration to Hawaii Begins
While whale counts are down in the Islands, populations around the world are doing well.
One Hawaiian Snail Dies, But the Conservation Effort Lives On
Lonesome George, the last known member of a certain kind of Hawaiian tree snail, died on New Year’s Day, but populations of other rare species are growing.
Your Guide to Whale Watching on Maui
Some tips to ensure that your whale watching trip is an unforgettable experience.
Tour Company Hawaii Forest & Trail Expands to Oahu
It’s now offering three tours for Oahu visitors and residents.
How the Kokonut Koalition is Working to Save Koko Crater Trail
After years of neglect and erosion, avid hikers of the Koko Crater Trail are working to restore their favorite trek.
Hawaii's Tea Farmers Demonstrate Commitment to the Art of Tea
Hawaii-grown tea falls into artisan, small-batch and specialty markets.
Hang with Hee at the Kanaloa Octopus Farm
Learn about these intelligent animals with a tour at this Big Island octopus farm.
Take a Walk Through Maui's Kealia Pond National Wildlife Refuge
Can you combine a human-friendly boardwalk with a wildlife refuge? On Maui, the answer is yes.
A Nighttime Scuba Dive at Black Rock off Kaanapali, Maui
For those who are not afraid of the dark, this night dive reveals sea creatures you wouldn’t see in the day.
This Architect Builds Stunning Homes on Lava Flows
Craig Steely’s Hawaii Island houses engage with their stark environments.
5 Things About the Hawaiian Monk Seal You Need To Know
Just because you shouldn’t get close to them doesn’t mean you can’t get to know them.
